1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Zafira | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |